Andrew Jefferson

Andrew Jefferson is an experienced journalist and communications specialist with more than 25 years in the media industry. Starting his career in newspaper journalism in the UK, Andrew went on to work at the Goulburn Post (NSW), Southern Highland News (NSW), Ballarat Courier (VIC), Leader Community Newspapers (VIC), Herald Sun (VIC), The Rockhampton Bulletin (QLD) and the Geelong Advertiser (VIC) in senior roles. He is currently Group Editor at The Local Group in SEQ, where he combines his passion for local news with strong editorial leadership.
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Disaster response review highlights operational improvements to strengthen resilience

Redland City Council is continuing to strengthen its disaster response and recovery…

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Bondi horror exposes a nation where hatred was allowed to grow

By MEMBER FOR BOWMAN HENRY PIKE The brutal violence at Bondi was…

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Bondi, antisemitism and the responsibility we share

BY MEMBER FOR BONNER KARA COOK The terrorist attack at Bondi Beach…

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Cr Paul Golle weighs in on Bondi shootings

Redland City Councillor Paul Golle has outlined his views on national security,…

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Redlands Coast Legacy group finally convenes

Redlands Coast’s 2032 Legacy Working Group has reconvened to strengthen local planning,…

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Timing and locations of new CCTV cameras remain unclear

Planning is underway for new fixed and mobile CCTV cameras in Capalaba…

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Redland City Council set to adopt new five-year Corporate Plan

Redland City Council is set to adopt its 2026–2031 Corporate Plan following…

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Minjerribah Camping Re-Opens 322 Campsites on the Island

Minjerribah Camping is pleased to announce the full re-opening of 322 campsites …

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Design search launched for Redland Whitewater Centre

The Australian and Queensland Governments are powering ahead on their delivery of…

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Rickertt Rd Fix study progresses

Fresh planning work is advancing the long-awaited Rickertt Road and Tingalpa Creek…

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